- River view
- Pets allowed
- Swimming Pool
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Non-smoking rooms
- Luggage storage
About this property
Situated on the shore of the Klarälven river, this hotel offers free WiFi and free access to gym, pool and sauna. Karlstad city centre is about 10 minutes' walk away. Scandic Klarälven's rooms have a seating area and a private bathroom. All are equipped with satellite TV, and many offer panoramic river views. The bright in-house restaurant and bar, Köksbaren, has a terrace and wide windows with river views. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast and à la carte. Lake Sandbäckstjärn is less than 10 minutes' walk away. A large public parking lot is found right next to the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Indoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Fitness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Restaurant
- Bar

Sustainability
- Nordic Swan Ecolabel
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Semih
Belgium
“The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel's location is very good. The restaurant overlooks a small, beautiful lake.” - Debattista
Malta
“Breakfast was wonderful. Beautiful scenery outside the hotel. A walk by the river and you will reach the centre easily.” - Clive
United Kingdom
“Location, helpful staff, clean, good restaurant Mention to x2 staff members Hedda Braunethielm ( 20.6.25) who when I asked could I leave our luggage somewhere (we arrived early and had invite from nearby friends to celebrate midsummer) told us...” - Marina
Denmark
“Amazing breakfast with a lot of options and nice view from the room.” - Patrick
Ireland
“Great staff, very helpful I forgot my passport, and they were very helpful with getting it returned to me 👍” - Mariia
Sweden
“Perfect for pet owners. If you book a room with river view, it will be very calm and quiet. I don’t know how it feels in the rooms on the other side, towards motorway. Green area, close to city center. Very pet friendly hotel, there is special...” - Dimosthenis
Sweden
“Excellent choice from all perspectives. Great location. Good value for money.” - Vaidotas
Lithuania
“The hotel is a great choice for families, offering good food and various kid-friendly amenities like a pool and playroom. The staff is also helpful and friendly.” - Geoffrey
Sweden
“Honestly, I didn't expect much from the dated and unremarkable exterior, but we quickly found that you can't judge a book by its cover: This is one of the best mid-priced hotels I've stayed in. The stylish, cozy interior, plentiful amenities,...” - Patricia
Switzerland
“Rooms were nice. Hotel has nice view on the river.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- CuisineLocal • International
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.






The fine print
Please note that cash payments are not accepted at this property.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.